New Film Starring Big Fish Talent

By Francesca Pollio - June 24, 2016

Matthew 22:39 states, “love our neighbor as ourselves.” This bible verse is the central theme of the film 2nd Greatest set in Golden, Colorado. The Bible explains how this rule is the second greatest commandment, hence the name of the film. Each year Nathan Blair, director of the movie, has the privilege to film the Neighborhood Rehab Project’s Day of Service. Receiving so many amazing stories the inspiration to create a film highlighting these narratives began. Taking inspiration from the NRP, the story evolved to include the story of how Golden rallied around its community. Also included is the true story of David Bolis who is shown through the character Devin, the homeless drunk in the film. Blair discussed, “There are a couple messages that I hope audiences will take with them. First, I hope they feel inspired to live out the Golden Rule.” He continued, “Secondly, I hope they understand the power of redemption and forgiveness. I hope they are encouraged to look past someone's circumstances to invest in their lives.”

There are several characters in this film being played by Big Fish talent including Kayla Bergholz who plays Marie Cooper, the pastor’s wife in the story. This character portrays a supportive wife, but also isn’t afraid to speak her mind. She is a smart entrepreneur, observant, witty, and knows herself well. Her journey focuses a lot on the trust factor and trying to walk the path of faith but not knowing what is ahead. She is also figuring out how to balance her family life and being a leader in the community. Kayla explained that she has worked closely with pastor’s wives and understands the struggles they face which allowed her to bring that into her character. Kayla said, “From a wife’s perspective you have to see how to be a support to your husband first and your family and then the community.” She continued, “I think that’s a hard thing for women because they want to do both and they need to have their priorities first with the family.”

Big Fish actress Stacy Pederson plays an unhappy woman in a trailer park who is in an abusive relationship. She propels the plot line by setting the stage of the type of people who are living in the trailer park. Her character thrives on chaos, drama, and is desperately needy for male affection to increase her sense of self worth. Stacy spoke about how growing up in a very small rural town in Oregon she witnessed women that behaved in this way. She explained, “They have a desire, like everyone else, to be loved and feel like they are somebody.” She continued, “When there is no opportunity due to lack of education, finances, culture, etc. one does what one is surrounded with and knows.”

Elisa Vasquez portrays Officer Clay, a young cop attempting to navigate her job and her life. She’s provided with many different examples and is trying to make her decisions on what is best, what is right, and what makes her feel competent. This character probably is the one that most matches the role of the audience in that she is often a passive viewer of everything going on in the world of the film. Elisa explained, “I hope the audience will feel the call to action as Clay, and many other characters, find through their journey.” She said, “It’s so easy to stay passive and watch the world happening around us, but it’s only when we take steps towards sharing our love that those around us and we ourselves can grow together and become a community.”

Other Big Fish actors starring include Tami Reily, Jeff Pederson, Steve Austin, and Jamaal Curry. In addition, Amanda Aguero lent her skills on the crew. This film will be shown at Landmark Theatre in Greenwood Village on Monday, June 27th at 7:00 pm. Also on July 5th and 18th at the Landmark Century in Arvada.

Visit http://www.kingdomsightstudios.com/2nd-greatest for more details and links to purchase tickets.

Now Casting RELATIVE RACE Season 2
The exciting reality show, Relative Race returns for its second season and is looking for new contestants. Four married couples will be racing throughout the country to meet undiscovered relatives and the chance to win the grand prize of $50,000. Synopsis:
Using the power of DNA, each contestant’s road map will be determined by the location of new family members they discover each day. Through completing challenges and navigating the country, the winning team will walk away with $50,000 in prize money, but perhaps the greatest reward will be found in the most unexpected places with the discovery of new relatives they never even knew existed.Compensation:
· $600 per day compensation per couple, every day they continue in the race.
· 1st place winner will win the $50,000 grand prize.Eligibility:
1. Must be between the ages of 25-50.
2. Must be a married couple.
3. Must be willing to submit to a DNA screening test and family tree for genealogy eligibility.
4. Must have valid drivers license, and clean driving record.
5. Must complete and pass a criminal background check.
6. Must be available for 2 weeks to film during July, August, or September 2016 – exact dates TBD. Must also be available for various shoots as needed to complete production and marketing.
7. 3rd Generation US citizens preferred

All applications are due no later than April 10th, 2016
Go to TRRcasting.com to apply

Sprint Casting Details - For Sprint users only

By Emily Rushing - December 21, 2015

READ ALL DETAILS THOROUGHLYPlease respond NO LATER than this Wednesday, December 23rd at 10am if you are available and interested in being submitted. Late responses/submissions will not be accepted or responded to.

This is a SAG/AFTRA national spot. Non-SAG/AFTRA talent will be Taft Hartley'd. Please indicate current union status when confirming auditions.

Shoot dates:
Talent MUST be available for 2 to 3 days during January 9th - 13th. This spot will shoot in Los Angeles. Talent will be flown out if cast. Talent MUST have availability to travel to LA for the shoot for 2 to 3 days between 1/9 - 1/13.

Fittings:
TBD

Conflicts:
Wireless service providers

CASTING SPECS

6 OCP’s. (No Extras)

Looking for English and/or Spanish speakers. Talent does not need to be bilingual, just fluent in one or the other language. Spots will be shot in both languages with different talent.

Men & Women of various ethnicities, 25-65 years old, must have fun & interesting personalities so they can captivate the audience as they tell a story with emotions that range from excited to frustrated to heartwarming.

Must have switched to Sprint in the last 6 months, and recall which offer was the catalyst for them switching to Sprint.Each person will need to bring to the callbacks a bill from their old provider, as well as their current Sprint bill, in order to verify they switched in the last 6 months. Please indicate when submitting talent whether talent can supply the bills, if asked.

Must be able to tell us what’s been the result of them switching (e.g.: saving money, faster downloads, enough data for the whole family, etc.)

Must be able to tell us how they’ve been able to move forward or benefit from switching to Sprint.

INTERNET/NEW MEDIA COMMERCIAL (MADE FOR)

On-Camera Principals:

Session Fee = Scale according to the SAG Commercials Contract

Use Fees = 8-weeks/133% of Scale Session Fee, 1-year/350% of Scale Session Fee (One-time Use Fee to cover all edits/lifts/versions.)

Extended Editing Rights = Scale Session Fee to cover up to 5 edits/lifts/versions. Additional edits/lifts/versions beyond 5 to be paid at the same rate.

NOTICE TO ALL PERFORMERS: This is to advise you that for the commercials(s) listed above, we intend to employ all performers at scale and to obtain all the rights provided in the Standard Employment Contract. We intend to comply with the payment of minimum scale rates for session and use fees per the SAG Commercials Contract. These rights include but are not limited to, Foreign, Theatrical, Industrial, Dealer, Simulcast, Internet and New Media. Performers who do not intend to accept such terms and conditions shall have the right to audition and negotiate for better terms and conditions at the time of hiring.

Usage:

Performer(s) engaged for the commercial(s) listed below must be engaged on the conditions enumerated below. In order to avoid any misunderstanding, each Standard Use Right must be mentioned at the time of the audition call and confirmed prior to engagement. Except as indicated below, no special terms, conditions and payments can be negotiated without prior approval by the agency.

STANDARD USE RIGHTS

(Required for all engagements)

x Foreign

x Theatrical & Industrial

x Simulcast

x Dealer

x Internet

x New Media

ADDITIONAL USE RIGHTS

•Use of Stills for online/PR use: five (5) stills/screen shots for one (1) year of online & PR use will be compensated as follows: On-Camera Principals at $500.00 and Extras at $100.00 for image rights.

•Extended editing rights for online use: SAG scale session fees to cover up to 5 edits/lifts/versions for on or off camera principals. Additional edits/lifts/versions beyond five (5) to be paid at the same rate. For extras, a SAG scale Integration fee will be paid.

•Behind The Scenes Videos and Internal Sprint Videos: Performers will be compensated at scale per the Industrial and Educational contract for Category II programs and Category I programs respectively

•Use of up to five (5) videos including but not limited to GIF’s and online content, for internet and new media use including but not limited to social media for one (1) year.

•The content in these videos will be lifted from shoot day materials. Performers will be compensated as follows: On-Camera Principals $500.00, Off-Camera Principals $400.00, Hand Models $300.00, and Extras at $100.00 for video rights

TELEVISION COMMERCIAL INTENDED USE:

All standard provisions of the SAG contract apply, front & back. Including right to contract, exclusivity, arbitration and producer's rights.

Our goal as a full-service talent agency is to provide you with highly motivated professional talent. Based on our decades of industry experience, you can rest assured that Big Fish Talent will consistently respond to your needs, provide outstanding service and recommend the best talent in town for all mediums - print, on-camera, voice-over, spokespeople and promotional talent.